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How much does it cost to rent a home in Live Oak Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live Oak Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,808 | $2,895 | $4,895 |
| Live Oak Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,715 | $4,500 | $4,995 |
| Live Oak Santa Cruz 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,872 | $5,895 | $7,850 |
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Cheapest Available Live Oak Santa Cruz Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Live Oak Santa Cruz, CA is a Studio unit found at St. George Apartments in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood priced from $2,200. The Breakers in the Ocean Street neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Live Oak Santa Cruz apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| The Breakers | The Breakers | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
| Six Hundred Park Avenue | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 69480 | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Live Oak Santa Cruz, CA and Nearby
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Live Oak Santa Cruz area is the $4.26 price per square foot Plan B3 Model at Bay Tree in the in the Fruitvale neighborhood starting from $4,710. The second greatest value Live Oak Santa Cruz apartment is the 2/1 Model at Baytree Apartments starting at $3,185 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the Western neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Live Oak Santa Cruz apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Tree | Plan B3 | 2BR,2BA | $4.26 |
| Baytree Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Thurber Apartments | Thurber Apartments | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.47 |
| Maison Massol Apartments | 204 | 2BR,2BA | $3.72 |
| Westmont Townhomes | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $4.75 |
| Los Gatos Garden Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Emerald Bay Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.98 |
| 1804 Mission St | Standard Loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.82 |
| Chestnut Street | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.36 |
| Six Hundred Park Avenue | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 69480 | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Live Oak Santa Cruz
What type of rentals are currently available in Live Oak Santa Cruz?
There are currently 32 Apartments for Rent in Live Oak Santa Cruz, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $10,000. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Live Oak Santa Cruz ranging from $995 to $7,850.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Live Oak Santa Cruz?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Live Oak Santa Cruz ranges from $995 to $7,850 with an average monthly rent of $3,625.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Live Oak Santa Cruz?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Live Oak Santa Cruz range from $3,000 to $10,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,500 to $4,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,322.
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